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Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10, ch. 953 § 9100

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Operative Text

Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10, ch. 953 § 9100
A violation of this chapter is a violation of Title 5, chapter 10 , the unfair trade practices laws.
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Plain English

Under 10 M.R.S. §§ 9091–9100, any breach of this chapter's requirements is treated as a violation of Maine's Unfair Trade Practices Act (Title 5, chapter 10), bringing that law's full framework of remedies and enforcement mechanisms into play. This means the conduct is not merely a private contractual dispute but is elevated to a consumer-protection matter under state law. The provision effectively links housing-related violations to a broader body of consumer protection law, expanding the potential consequences for non-compliance.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and managers subject to 10 M.R.S. §§ 9091–9100 should be aware that any failure to comply with this chapter's requirements can be characterized as an unfair trade practice under Maine law, not just a landlord-tenant dispute. Operators who maintain thorough records of their practices, follow all chapter requirements consistently, and train staff on compliance generally reduce their exposure under this dual-enforcement framework. Because the unfair trade practices statute carries its own set of remedies, compliant operators treat adherence to this chapter as part of their broader consumer-protection obligations.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Tenants protected by 10 M.R.S. §§ 9091–9100 may have recourse not only under this chapter but also under Maine's Unfair Trade Practices Act (Title 5, chapter 10), which can provide additional remedies beyond standard landlord-tenant law. General enforcement paths available under the unfair trade practices framework may include filing a complaint with the Maine Attorney General's consumer protection division or raising the violation as a defense or counterclaim in a legal proceeding. Tenant-rights organizations in Maine can help explain what remedies may be available under both this chapter and the broader consumer protection statute.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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References Out

Rules and statutes cited by this regulation

Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 5, ch. 10

References In

Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10, § 9097
Me. Rev. Stat. ch. 953
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9094-A
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9093-B
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9097
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9097
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9094-A
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9097-B
Me. Rev. Stat. ch. 953
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9091
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9091
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10, § 9097
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10, § 9091
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10, § 9099
Me. Rev. Stat. ch. 953
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9094-A
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9093-B
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9097
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9097
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9094-A
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9097-B
Me. Rev. Stat. ch. 953
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9091
Me. Rev. Stat. § 9091
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10, § 9091
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10, § 9099

Related Rules

§ 244.260
Compliance required
§ 14.567
ADOPTED BY REFERENCE
§ 244.340
Sewer and water connections

Source Information

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